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verb

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How is the word blend different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of blend are amalgamate, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

In what contexts can amalgamate take the place of blend?

While in some cases nearly identical to blend, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When is it sensible to use coalesce instead of blend?

Although the words coalesce and blend have much in common, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When might commingle be a better fit than blend?

The words commingle and blend can be used in similar contexts, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

Where would fuse be a reasonable alternative to blend?

The meanings of fuse and blend largely overlap; however, fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When can merge be used instead of blend?

The synonyms merge and blend are sometimes interchangeable, but merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When is mingle a more appropriate choice than blend?

In some situations, the words mingle and blend are roughly equivalent. However, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When could mix be used to replace blend?

The words mix and blend are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of blend
Noun
Its Monoï Hydrating Complex (a blend of coconut oil and gardenia extract) provides lips with lasting softness, while squalane, jojoba seed oil, and pomegranate flower extract boost moisture and nourishment. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 25 Oct. 2025 Maricopa County also has to wrestle with its costly summer fuel blend, which is designed to prevent gas from evaporating in the heat, creating less pollution. Sasha Hupka, AZCentral.com, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
Mineral 1886 Mineral 1886, located inside the historic Delaware Hotel, is a breakfast and brunch spot that blends old-world charm with modern culinary flair. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2025 To be sure, Dar Tantora The House Hotel is an eco-resort blending traditional architecture with modern design. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blend
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blend
Noun
  • Defeats and disappointment were likely to be part of the mix alongside the winning feeling that everyone connected with Wrexham has got so used to since Parkinson took charge.
    Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Passmore explains the mix of personal reflection and historical storytelling in the book which follows the main character, a version of himself, time-traveling through a century of the Black radical tradition.
    Fiction Non Fiction, Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Beat until combined, scraping bowl as needed.
    Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Oct. 2025
  • The macroscopes featured in the exhibit and companion book combine high-quality datasets, computational power, and data visualization techniques to provide a big-picture view of subjects that are often too large and too complex to comprehend from an individual perspective.
    Big Think, Big Think, 27 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • This one has a subtle geometric pattern in a neutral shade that will match any patio setup.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 27 Oct. 2025
  • No one won the jackpot on Monday, but three tickets in New York matched five numbers to win $1 million each.
    Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Coat the bottom in a sweet chocolate mixture for an even more indulgent treat.
    Jenavieve Christensen, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Let the mixture sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Every detail in this cottage-style kitchen is enchanting, including the minor yet impactful choice to integrate the countertop with the apron-front sink.
    Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The ring is designed to integrate directly with the Reebok Fitness App, which offers more than 1,000 hours of fitness and wellness content.
    Emily Burns, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Diversification, especially into areas that aren’t perfectly correlated, stabilizes your portfolio so that not every part moves in lockstep when markets shift.
    Preston Fore, Fortune, 22 Oct. 2025
  • This also correlates with an increase in the number of Americans who hold a positive view of religion.
    Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Who just happen to look like an amalgamation of the present-day rock acts Greta Van Fleet and Rival Sons.
    Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2025
  • This Bryan Bertino thriller is an amalgamation of three separate real-life events.
    Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The Schichts managed to survive and thrive, building the company, merging with Unilever, founding a cinema, building international networks and even taking to the skies in airplane races.
    Will Tizard, Variety, 25 Oct. 2025
  • Ink merges into breast milk, tranquillity and space to think are filled with irritating barking, and Lawrence loses herself to the madness.
    Billie Melissa, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025

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“Blend.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blend. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.

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